How to travel from Berlin to Bayreuth

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin to Bayreuth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Bayreuth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a train costs an average of $133.

Distance: 195 miles (314 km)

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$44

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$133

Average price

$66

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4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

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4h 36m

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4h 6m

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4h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Bayreuth is a bus with an average price of $44.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Bayreuth:

A bus is $89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Bayreuth costing on average $133.

A bus is $301 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Bayreuth costing on average $345.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Bayreuth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Bayreuth take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 53m.

Flight takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Bayreuth including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Bayreuth among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $44 compared to roughly $66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22. The journey takes 4h 23m versus 4h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Berlin to Bayreuth

How to get from Berlin to Bayreuth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Berlin to Bayreuth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM4h00
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    9:20 PMBayreuth, Hbf
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM4h00
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    9:20 PMBayreuth, Hbf
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH199 · LH148
    7:45 PM3h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    11:00 PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    $4311One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn3363 · 74602 · 74652 · 4967
    12:40 AM8h43
    Berlin Hbf
    9:23 AMBayreuth Hbf
    $621One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1005 · 3027
    8:36 AM3h55
    Berlin Hbf
    12:31 PMBayreuth Hbf
    $941One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1503 · 3085
    7:36 AM4h05
    Berlin Hbf
    11:41 AMBayreuth Hbf
    $941One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 AM4h15
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    11:55 AMBayreuth, Hbf
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM4h35
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    3:55 AMBayreuth, Hbf
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:20 PM4h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    6:25 PMBayreuth, Hbf
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH187 · LH146
    2:45 PM3h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    6:00 PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    $4311One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH203 · LH142
    6:45 AM3h40
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:25 AMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    $4311One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH185 · LH146
    1:45 PM4h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    6:00 PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    $4311One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin to Bayreuth

Travel to Bayreuth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin to Bayreuth.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Bayreuth including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Bayreuth is a bus with an average price of $38.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Bayreuth:

A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Bayreuth costing on average $92.

A bus is $377 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Bayreuth costing on average $415.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Bayreuth is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Bayreuth take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 26m.

Bus takes on average 4h 34m.

The distance from Berlin to Bayreuth is approximately 195 miles (314 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Bayreuth is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Bayreuth as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Bayreuth:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Bayreuth Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Bayreuth, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Bayreuth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Bayreuth by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Bayreuth by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Berlin to Bayreuth:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Bayreuth often also extend their vacation to go to Nuremberg, Munich, Prague, Paris, Vienna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bayreuth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bayreuth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Bayreuth, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient to explore its cultural landmarks, such as the Margravial Opera House, Richard Wagner Museum, and the Hermitage Palace.

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